Corporate Travel Help: The Rental Car!
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Published Date: 2014-09-06
Over the years of working in Corporate Housing we learn a lot of the ins and outs of the business traveler. A frequently used service of our Corporate Housing guests it the "rental car". CHBO has worked with AutoSource to provide our members great rental car service at the best rates. Through the ReadyDrive program you can find rental cars around the world for great monthly rates while you travel. Here are some great rental car tips from AutoSource that you can use wherever you rent...
Corporate Travel Help - Car Rentals: 7 Fees Rental Companies Don’t Want You to Know About
Don’t be fooled by the promise of a low base rate when booking your next rental vehicle. The advertised price isn’t always the price you pay. Car rental companies can bury hidden costs and fees in the fine print, leaving you owing hundreds more when you checkout. Be a smart renter. Know which rental fees are standard, and which to avoid BEFORE you book your next vehicle.
7 Common Fees to Avoid:
- Peak Season Surcharge: An extra fee adding during the companies most popular times of the year.
- Insurance: On top of your rental fees you will be encouraged to purchase a collision damage waiver for the vehicle to avoid paying an extremely high insurance deductible in the event of an accident.
- Extra Driver: An extra fee for each additional driver of the vehicle, plus a fee to add the driver to your insurance waiver.
- Early Fees: Heard of late fees? Some companies charge you a fee for breaking your contract if you return your vehicle earlier than your original contract.
- Under 25: Many companies charge hefty fees to renters who are between 21 and 24.
- Out-of-State Fee: Check with your rental company before you cross state lines. Some charge extra fees for driving outside of the state where you rented.
- Fuel Service Charges: If you return the rental without filling your tank you can be charged well above market value for gasoline - $11 dollars per gallon in some cases.
